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Skin Conditioning

METHYL XANTHINE

CAS 552-62-5 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A methylated xanthine in the caffeine family — used in eye and slimming products to reduce puffiness. Topical use at low % is well tolerated; only oral toxicity flags exist.

Function

NOT REPORTED

Skin benefits

  • Caffeine-family stimulant — promoted for puffiness and microcirculation
  • Small molecule, water-soluble
  • Decades of pharmacological data

Known concerns

  • GHS H302 — harmful if swallowed (relevant to handling, not finished product)
  • Stimulant family; caution around eye area at high %
  • Not a major actives-tier moisturizer

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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